Some of the aftermarket suppliers of rotary screw compressor lubricants like to

peddle their products using a wear tester claiming it to be a miracle product that

will do wonders to extend the life of the lubricant and the compressor under

heavy loads. In this test, a bearing is mounted on a motor shaft and a hand-held

fulcrum lever is used to apply metal-to-metal contact of a spinning-bearing

surface. Without a layer of lubricant, the bearing smokes and squeals. When

lubricant is applied onto the spinning bearing, the grinding stops and everything

rides smooth. That is until the pressure applied by the fulcrum lever is increased

to a point exceeding the pressure limitation of the lubricant. Next, the bearing sur-

face is properly cleaned in preparation for the application of this “miracle product”.

The bearing is stressed to near maximum fulcrum pressure but the bearing runs

quiet and smooth showing the superior lubricating strength of their product.

The problem with using this test for a compressor lubricant is that the compressor

system does not operate under this type of metal-to-metal contact. This test

measures the boundary layer lubrication properties of the lubricant, important for

certain application like low speed, high-load gears, but completely irrelevant for

rotary screw compressor lubrication. Incidentally, things like ivory soap, buttermilk

and hydrochloric acid perform very well in this test, but they are not products you

would use as a compressor lubricant!

So, the wear test focuses on a property of the lubricant not needed in the com-

pressor: boundary lubrication. It ignores the important properties of the lubricant

including demulsibility, oxidative stability, and resistance to solid formation. In

addition, the additives that allow these products to perform well in the wear test

are the same antiwear/extreme pressure (AW/EP) additives that have been

shown by bearing companies to reduce bearing life.

Quincy lubricants, on the other hand, are formulated specifically for the use in

rotary screw air compressors. These products were developed in response to

specific needs from Quincy customers. Quincy has millions of successful run

hours with each of the Quincy lubricants. Quincy lubricants are lab and field

tested in thousands of machines. Quincy does not have to rely on misleading

bench test to show that their lubricants are successful.

Would You Put

Buttermilk in

Your Compressor

Instead of

the Lubricant

Recommended by

the Manufacturer?

See how Quincy Compressor can work for you.

Call: 217.222.7700 Fax: 217.222.8628

Nearest Distributor: 888.4-AIR-QCY (888.424.7729)

E-mail: parts@quincycompressor.com

Discover: www.quincycompressor.com

Genuine Quincy parts and lubricants

are made from the highest grade

materials and engineered to meet

Quincy’s exacting quality standards.

Literally thousands of our genuine

parts have proven themselves in the

field in varied applications. Others

may offer interchangeable parts or

lubricants, but “under the skin”, they

are not the same. What you don’t see

may end up costing you hundreds,

even thousands, of dollars.

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QUINCY LUBRICANTS

QUINSYN 2085 & QUINSYN 2455

QuinSyn 2085 is a blended polyalphaolefin

(PAO)/hydro-treated mineral oil/diester

rotary screw air compressor fluid that

provides improved lubrication at high

and low temperatures, reduced volatility,

and compatibility with mineral oils and

equipment designed for use with mineral

oils. Designed exclusively by Quincy, the

QuinSyn 2085 outperforms any comparable

8,000 hour lubricant.

QuinSyn 2085 is formulated from synthetic

base stocks along with corrosion and

oxidation inhibitors, which all promote

the longevity of the lubricant as well as

the rotary screw air compressor. QuinSyn

2085 also readily separates from water

and is compatible with the gravity type

oil/water separators.

QuinSyn 2455 is the next generation

custom-blended polyalphaolefin (PAO)/ester

synthetic fluid. High temperature applica-

tions and harsh plant environments are

the reason we designed QuinSyn 2455.

In addition to a longer productive life

when compared to other synthetic fluids,

QuinSyn 2455 protects against the formation

of sludge and varnish in the compressor.

QuinSyn 2455 features reduced volatility

and compatibility with mineral fluid and

equipment designed for use with mineral

fluid. Developed with a life expectancy

of 8,000 to 12,000 hours with proper

maintenance and sampling, QuinSyn 2455

is an excellent choice for your most

demanding compressed air applications.

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QUINCY QUINSYN 2085 QUINCY QUINSYN 2455

Quincy Lubricants QuinSyn 2085 QuinSyn 2455

Property ASTM Test

ISO Grade D-2422 46 46

Viscosity at 40°C D-445 47.03 46.33

Viscosity at 100°C D-445 7.72 7.5

Viscosity Index D-2270 132 127

Specific Gravity at 60°F D-1298 0.842 0.88

Density (Lbs/Gal.) D-1298 7.02 7.39

Flash Point (°F) D-92 500 540

Pour Point (°F) D-97 -49 -58

Auto Ignition Temp. (°F) D-2155 532 NA

Foam Test Sequence II D-892 < 25 mL < 25 mL

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3501 Wismann Lane

Quincy, IL 62301

Phone 217.222.7700

Fax 217.222.8628

Nearest Distributor:

888.424.7729

Email:

parts@quincycompressor.com

QUINCY QUIN-CIP®

RECIPROCATING COMPRESSOR LUBRICANT

Think of your compressor as an investment. We

do. That’s why we developed Quin-Cip® to ensure

the efficiency and performance of your investment.

Quin-Cip® protects against high temperatures and

frictional wear of bearings and cylinders that can

dramatically reduce the life of your compressor.

Plus, if you purchase a Quincy Warranty kit with

Quin-Cip® you may receive a 2-year warranty on

your Quincy compressor. For more details, visit

quincycompressor.com to locate your authorized

distributor.

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After 250 hours does the inside of your reciprocating

compressor look like this? The major concerns of

today’s compressor owners are efficiency, reliability,

low maintenance costs and long life. Poor lubricant

quality can affect all of these, yielding results like the

picture at the right.

The Issue: Extending Compressor Life

Use Quincy Compressor’s Quin-Cip® reciprocating

lubricants. These premium quality lubricating flu-

ids are designed to provide excellent lubrication in

reciprocating compressors of all makes and models.

With three viscosities available, ISO-32, ISO-68 and

ISO-100, Quincy Compressor has the solution. The

new Quin-Cip® lubricants provide excellent protec-

tion against high heat and extend equipment life by

curtailing frictional wear of compressor bearings

and cylinders. Regular use of Quin-Cip® fluids can

add years to the life of your reciprocating compres-

sor!

The Solution: Pour in the Quality

The Science of Compressed Air

Poor lubricant quality reduces performance

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After 250 hours of operation at 250 psigoperating pressure, the valve on the lefthas more carbon deposits than the valveusing Quin-Cip® lubricant (on the right).

Features:

• Specially formulated to meet compressor

requirements

• Promotes longer periods between compressor

overhauls

• Reduces carbon build-up

• Reduces lubricant carryover

• Non-detergent

• Higher viscosity index

• Easy to separate from water

• Manufactured using the hydrocracking process

• Low toxicity due to the absence of impurities

• Biodegrades faster than conventional

lubricants

• Three viscosities for a wide range of temp-

erature applications: ISO-32, ISO-68, ISO-100

• Available in containers with capacities ranging

from 4 ounce bottles to 55 gallon drums

Blue for cold weather: ISO-32/SAE-10Pour point - 15°, Flash point COC - 400°F,Viscosity - 31.2 cSt at 40°C

Yellow for warm weather: ISO-68/SAE-20Pour point - 0°, Flash point COC - 460°F,Viscosity - 69.2 cSt at 40°C

Pink for hot weather: ISO-100/SAE-30Pour point - 0°, Flash point COC - 480°F,Viscosity - 101.4 cSt at 40°C

Easy to Read Color Coded Labels

Application:

Quin-Cip® is recommended for use in all Quincy reciprocating

air compressors. The lubricant is compatible with elastomers

normally used in seals, o-rings and gaskets. Quin-Cip® is non-

toxic and non-hazardous, making it compatible with all makes

and models of reciprocating air compressors.

See the difference Quin-Cip® can make inyour air compressor for yourself.Remember, there is only one lubricant wor-thy of the Quincy name - Quin-Cip®.

Ask for it today!

QUINCY QUIN-CIP®

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